OPD Appointment Guide: SHKM GMC Nalhar, Nuh, Haryana

Shaheed Hasan Khan Mewati Government Medical College and Hospital (SHKM GMC), located at Nalhar in Nuh district, Haryana, is the district's first government medical college, established in August 2012. Affiliated to Pt. Bhagwat Dayal Sharma University of Health Sciences, the institution runs a 645-bed teaching hospital that provides outpatient, inpatient, emergency, and diagnostic services to patients from across the Mewat region and neighbouring areas.

As a state-government institution, the hospital is committed to providing treatment free of cost or at heavily subsidised rates. Patients holding Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY or Chirayu Haryana cards are entitled to cashless treatment for covered procedures. The OPD operates on a walk-in counter registration basis from Monday to Saturday, with registration beginning at 8:30 AM.

Registration and OPD fees at SHKM GMC Nalhar

Fees at government hospitals are set by the Haryana state health department and are subject to revision. Verify the current fee schedule at the OPD registration counter or by calling the hospital at 01267-282007 before visiting.

• OPD registration card — A nominal fee — confirm the current amount at the OPD registration counter or the hospital's official portal. Haryana government hospitals have historically charged a nominal OPD card fee. BPL cardholders, Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY beneficiaries, and Chirayu Haryana beneficiaries are exempt from OPD registration charges.
• General diagnostics (blood tests, X-ray, ECG, ultrasound) — Provided free or at nominal rates as part of Haryana government hospital policy; confirm at the laboratory counter.
• Inpatient admission — Nominal charges apply for general ward admission. Beds and most treatments are subsidised; scheme beneficiaries receive cashless care for covered procedures up to the scheme limit.
• Emergency and ambulance (102) — Ambulance service available 24 hours — dial 102. Emergency and casualty services operate round the clock.

Government schemes that help cover treatment at SHKM GMC Nalhar

• Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY — Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Eligible families (identified via Socio-Economic Caste Census / SECC data) receive cashless treatment at empanelled government and private hospitals across India. Verify the hospital's current PM-JAY empanelment status at hospitals.pmjay.gov.in or at the hospital's Ayushman help desk.
• Chirayu Haryana (AB-Chirayu Yojana) — Haryana's state extension of Ayushman Bharat. Provides Rs 5 lakh annual family coverage. Families with annual income up to Rs 1.80 lakh (Antyodaya category, verified via Parivar Pehchan Patra) receive benefits free of premium. Families with income between Rs 1.80 lakh and Rs 3 lakh can enrol by paying an annual premium of Rs 1,500. Covers approximately 1,500 conditions across empanelled government and private hospitals in Haryana.
• BPL and state exemptions — Patients holding a valid Below Poverty Line (BPL) card or state social-security pension card are exempt from OPD registration fees at Haryana government hospitals.
• CGHS (Central Government Health Scheme) — Central government employees and pensioners covered under CGHS may be able to seek reimbursement for treatment at government hospitals. Confirm CGHS empanelment directly with the hospital or your CGHS wellness centre.

Rates shown are as per the SHKM GMC Nalhar Official Website (2026) and are subject to periodic revision. Always verify the latest approved rates on the official source.

How to get an appointment at SHKM GMC Nalhar

SHKM GMC Nalhar operates a walk-in OPD system. Patients arrive at the hospital's OPD registration counter, which opens at 8:30 AM. Upon registration, each patient is assigned a unique OPD number and directed to the relevant department. Patients who have previously visited the hospital should provide their existing Medical Record Number to retrieve past records and avoid duplicate registration.

The hospital's official website (gmcmewat.ac.in) displays an online OPD appointment section with a booking link. If you wish to explore this option before visiting, check the current status of online booking on the official website or call the hospital at 01267-282007. Whether you book online or walk in, you will still need to complete the physical counter registration and collect your OPD slip before the consultation. Patients in emergency or casualty situations are attended to outside the normal queue at any hour of the day.

For non-emergency visits, arriving early — ideally by 8:30 AM when the registration counter opens — gives patients the most time before the OPD sessions begin at 9:00 AM. Bring any prior prescriptions, investigation reports, and a government-issued identity document. If you are a scheme beneficiary (PM-JAY, Chirayu Haryana), carry your Ayushman card or Chirayu card to the registration desk.

How long it takes to get seen

OPD sessions at SHKM GMC run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with the stated policy of seeing patients until the last person in the queue is attended. Wait times depend on the day, the department, and how many patients have registered ahead of you.

As a district-level teaching hospital serving a wide catchment area in Mewat and surrounding regions, high-footfall departments such as General Medicine, Surgery, and Obstetrics and Gynaecology can have longer queues, particularly on Mondays and after public holidays. Arriving at or before 8:30 AM to register early in the day is the most reliable way to reduce waiting time. For planned follow-up visits, the afternoon session can sometimes be less crowded than the morning rush.

Emergency and casualty services run 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and patients requiring urgent care are triaged and seen without waiting for a normal OPD slot.

What treatment costs and financial help is available

As a state government institution, SHKM GMC Nalhar provides treatment at heavily subsidised rates. The hospital's citizen charter states a commitment to providing treatment free of cost, and most routine diagnostic tests — including blood investigations, X-ray, ECG, and ultrasound — are provided free or at nominal charges to patients admitted through the OPD.

Patients eligible for Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY or the Chirayu Haryana scheme receive cashless treatment for covered secondary and tertiary procedures up to Rs 5 lakh per family per year. To use scheme benefits, carry your Ayushman or Chirayu card and present it at the registration desk; a hospital help desk or Arogya Mitra staff member can assist with verification. Patients from BPL households and those holding state social-security pension cards are also exempt from OPD registration charges under Haryana health department policy.

For procedures or investigations not covered under the applicable scheme, out-of-pocket charges at a government hospital follow state-prescribed rate schedules, which are considerably lower than private hospital rates. Confirm the current fee schedule at the billing counter or by calling the hospital directly.

Key departments at SHKM GMC Nalhar

The hospital's clinical departments cover a broad range of medical and surgical care. Outpatient consultations are available in: General Medicine, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Ear Nose and Throat (ENT), Ophthalmology, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Dermatology, TB and Respiratory Medicine, Psychiatry, Radiodiagnosis (imaging), Anaesthesiology, and Dentistry.

Specialty surgical services include Plastic Surgery, Paediatric Surgery, and Cancer Surgery clinics, which operate alongside the main OPD schedule. For laboratory services, the hospital runs a 24-hour pathology and diagnostic facility. Patients requiring imaging such as X-ray or ultrasound are referred internally from the OPD to the Radiodiagnosis department.

If you are unsure which department is relevant to your condition, ask at the registration counter — the staff will direct you to the appropriate OPD room. For complex or referred cases, carry a referral letter from your primary care physician or earlier treating doctor to facilitate triage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book an appointment in advance to visit the OPD at SHKM GMC Nalhar?

The hospital operates a walk-in OPD system. You can arrive at the registration counter from 8:30 AM without a prior appointment. The official website (gmcmewat.ac.in) shows an online booking section — check the website or call 01267-282007 to confirm whether advance online booking is available for your department at the time of your visit.

What documents should I bring for OPD registration?

Carry a government-issued identity document (Aadhaar card is widely accepted), your existing Medical Record Number if you have visited before, any previous prescriptions or investigation reports relevant to your condition, and — if you are a beneficiary — your Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY card, Chirayu Haryana card, or BPL card.

Is treatment at SHKM GMC Nalhar free?

The hospital's citizen charter commits to providing treatment free of cost as a government institution. OPD registration involves a nominal fee, but PM-JAY beneficiaries, Chirayu Haryana beneficiaries, and BPL cardholders are exempt from this charge under Haryana health department policy. Most routine diagnostic tests are provided free or at nominal cost. Confirm the current fee structure at the counter.

Can I use my Ayushman Bharat or Chirayu Haryana card at this hospital?

SHKM GMC Nalhar is a Haryana state government hospital and falls within the framework of government-empanelled facilities for both Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY and the Chirayu Haryana scheme. Present your card at the OPD registration desk; hospital Arogya Mitra staff can verify your eligibility and assist with cashless processing. Confirm current empanelment status at the hospital helpdesk or at ayushmanbharat.haryana.gov.in.

What if I have an emergency outside OPD hours?

The casualty and emergency department at SHKM GMC Nalhar operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Emergency patients are attended to outside the normal OPD queue. The 102 ambulance service is available round the clock.

How do I reach SHKM GMC Nalhar?

The hospital is located at Nalhar, Nuh (Mewat), Haryana — 122107. You can call the hospital at 01267-282007 or email dirshkmnuh.med-hry@nic.in for directions or to confirm OPD schedules before travelling.

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Medical Disclaimer

The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read in this article.